Developer Intern (24-Month Graduate Contract) – Six Sense Consulting

Six Sense Consulting, a specialist niche recruitment firm, has been tasked by a well-established short-term insurance provider to appoint a Developer Intern for a comprehensive 24-month programme.

This is a high-value career launchpad designed to bridge the gap between academic theory and professional execution. Over the two-year period, you will be provided with hands-on exposure to real-world software development practices while contributing meaningfully to technology enablement projects across the organisation. By the end of the internship, you will have a robust portfolio of work and deep insights into the financial services technology landscape.

What You Will Gain

• Real-World Skills: Practical experience in full-cycle software development within a corporate environment.

• Tech Enablement: Involvement in projects that streamline business operations through digital transformation.

• Professional Mentorship: Guidance from senior developers and IT leads.

• Industry Context: Direct experience in the insurance and financial services sector, which is highly valued in the South African job market.

Location: Johannesburg Northern Suburbs (Sandton/Midrand Area), Gauteng

To qualify for this 24-month internship, you must meet the following criteria:

• Education: A completed Degree or Diploma in Information Technology, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.

• Citizenship: Must be a South African citizen.

• Technical Mindset: * A solid understanding of at least one core programming language (e.g., C#, Java, or Python).

  • Basic knowledge of web technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) and database concepts (SQL).

  • An interest in how technology solves business problems.

• Personal Attributes: * A proactive attitude and a high "willingness to learn."

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

  • Ability to work effectively within a professional team environment.